Summer nights and warm weather may be coming to an end, but the dazzling world of fashion is here to stay. And things just got even more interesting.

One of the reasons I love September is because it has long been claimed the "Month of Fashion." The crispness in the air calls for warm, homely nights in, catching up on fashion editorials and adding trendy installments to your wardrobe. It's a new beginning if you choose to look at it that way. Add the past summer to your pocket full of comfortable memories and embrace the new season's chilliness. This fall/winter is coming, and it's yours.

It's only fitting that this month of beginnings has an entire 8 days dedicated to fashion, as new styles are introduced and fashion brands make their statements as to what their new collections will hold. I know you've probably seen the buzz around the YEEZY Season 4 show, or Tom Ford's return to the runway featuring models Lucky Blue Smith, Imaan Hammam, and Gigi Hadid, as well as Gigi's new collection with Tommy Hilfiger. I've kept up with and loved every second of it. But it's time to step away from the over-talked aspects of the past week and shed light on why this year truly was monumental.

While the appeal of fashion is still not quite past it's reputation as a frilly, materialistic world where only six foot tall, extremely skinny caucasian women hold the scene, I certainly believe New York Fashion Week Fall 2016 was an advancement in diversity, from body types to race. Here are the three things that happened this fashion week that made a lasting impression on me as well as the world.

1. Breaking the Model Mold

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This year, popular fashion brands such as J.Crew and Christian Siriano were determined to make this fashion week a "Fashion Week For All." By adding "real" women to the lineup, a few of the runways at NYFW offered a refreshing appeal to fashion. "In my opinion, fashion should never be defined by size. Regardless if it’s for red carpet or a day at the office, every woman should feel stylish and comfortable in their clothes," Christian Siriano explained. Not every person is going to fit into a size 00, because not everyone has the same body shape. It's a simple fact. Hopefully in the future we will see more of this body positivity in fashion.

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Not only was diversity seen through body types, it was also seen through disabilities. This year, we had both our first male model amputee, Jack Eyers, and our first model with down syndrome, Jamie Brewer. It's truly heartwarming to see those with disabilities shining in their pursuits, and NYFW was the perfect beginning to a world of acceptance.

2. Fashion History Made by the Hijab

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This is probably the most beautiful runway line up that I have ever seen. Anniesa Hasibuan's Spring 2017 collection featured every single model wearing the traditional Muslim head-covering, the hijab. What was so encompassing about this is that it was the first to do so in fashion history. Hasiban was inspired by her hometown of Jaktara, Indonesia in creating these designs. By enforcing such strong traditional ideals in her collection, Hasibuan may have taken the beginning steps in proving that fashion can speak for itself and inspire amazing things, such as break down stereotypes and misconceptions. A memorable show indeed.

3. An Acid Burn Victim Redefines Beauty

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This woman is a hero to me and so many others. Two years ago, Reshma Quereshi survived an acid attack on her way to a school in the northern Indian town of Allahabad. To think that she bares scars just because of her desire to be educated is unthinkably tragic. And to think there have been 1000 more acid attacks directed at young girls in India over the past year is heartbreaking. However, Quereshi displayed her strength and beauty while walking for Vaishali Couture during NYFW, reassuring us that beauty comes in all forms, and what we have survived through is what makes us stronger. And she looked absolutely gorgeous while doing so.

This past New York Fashion Week has made significant progress in diversity and representation, which is what truly makes it monumental. As a fashion lover and open-minded individual, seeing us accept and embrace our differences as individuals even in the realm of fashion is incredible to experience, and I can't wait to see how it will unfold from this point on. Until Spring 2017, fashion week. And happy autumn to all of you! I hope this season brings you passion, warmth, ease, and an unforgettable set of new memories.

All my love,

Krissy.